DESKTOP
[ˈdɛsk.ˌtɔp]
7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of DESKTOP
The top surface of a desk.
A desktop computer.
"Laptops are often more expensive than desktops."
The main graphical user interface of an operating system, usually displaying icons, windows and background wallpaper.
"I installed a new application and it added its icon to my desktop."
Designed for use on a desk or similar piece of furniture.
Of an application, designed to be run on a personal computer.
Examples of DESKTOP in a Sentence
- "Laptops are often more expensive than desktops."
- "I installed a new application and it added its icon to my desktop."
Word Details
Is DESKTOP a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DESKTOP is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of DESKTOP earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 64 points total.
Letter Values for DESKTOP
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | s | k | t | o | p | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 14 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DESKTOP
100 words from the letters in DESKTOP
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How to Use DESKTOP in Word Games
DESKTOP is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since DESKTOP uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 64 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DESKTOP to find 100 additional valid words.